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Where is Socotra located in relation to the Arabian Sea?

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Map showing the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, highlighting physical features such as ocean basins, ridges, and trenches. Surrounding countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and parts of the Middle East and Southeast Asia are labeled with major cities and boundaries. Ocean depths are indicated with shading and spot depth values.
Arabian Sea

Socotra is located on the western side of the Arabian Sea. It is an insular extension of the Horn of Africa and is situated approximately 160 miles (260 km) east of Cape Gwardafuy. As an island belonging to Yemen, it is recognized as one of the islands within the Arabian Sea.12